A molecular technique for the
detection of Armillaria from soil samples has been optimized in our
laboratories. Tests will be performed according to the following
guidelines
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TREES WITH
SYMPTOMS OF DECAY |
ESTABLISHED OR
NEW PLANTATIONS |
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Sample
characteristics: |
About 1 Kg of
soil around the affected plant 20 cm bellow the ground. |
About 1 Kg of
soil collected in different points of the sampled area, from 20 cm in depth (in
1 ha, collect in 100 points in a 10 x 10 m grid pattern) |
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Fees
Sample
results will be sent via regular mail informing whether Armillaria
was or wasn't detected in the soil.

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